Coliseum College Prep Academy, commonly referred to as "CCPA", is a small public secondary school composed of a seven-year combination middle and high school located on the Havenscourt campus in East Oakland.
Serving 780 students in grades 6-12, Coliseum College Prep Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coliseum College Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Coliseum College Prep Academy's student population of 780 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
2006
Colors
White, Gold
School Rankings
Coliseum College Prep Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coliseum College Prep Academy is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8696 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
78%
56%
Black
15%
5%
White
2%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coliseum College Prep Academy's ranking?
Coliseum College Prep Academy is ranked #8696 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Coliseum College Prep Academy often compared to?
Coliseum College Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Piedmont High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coliseum College Prep Academy?
The graduation rate of Coliseum College Prep Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Coliseum College Prep Academy?
780 students attend Coliseum College Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Coliseum College Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Coliseum College Prep Academy?
Coliseum College Prep Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Coliseum College Prep Academy offer ?
Coliseum College Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Coliseum College Prep Academy part of?
Coliseum College Prep Academy is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Coliseum College Prep Academy located?
Coliseum College Prep Academy is located in the Coliseum neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 3 other public schools located in Coliseum.
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